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Bryan Reynolds Named Pirates Top Offseason Trade Asset
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As the Pittsburgh Pirates enter into the upcoming offseason, there could be a lot of activity coming from the team.
Pittsburgh finished the season 82-80, showing fight down to the last game of the year. While the team didn't make the playoffs, the future seems very bright for the Pirates if the front office can address some issues around the roster.
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The Pirates have historically not spent money to improve the team, but this offseason, that is exactly what they need to do. Pittsburgh has a good young team, and the front office has to make some changes to the roster .
But there are a few players on the Pirates roster who could be strong trade candidates this offseason as well. One of those is veteran outfielder Bryan Reynolds, who has been on the Pirates since 2018.
Reynolds has made two All-Star teams during his career, but he underperformed in 2025 with the team. The slugger could be a strong candidate to be moved this winter, giving the Pirates more assets to work with down the line.
In a new article from MLB analyst Zachary D. Rymer of Bleacher Report , Reynolds has been listed as the team's top trade asset entering the offseason. The veteran outfielder saw a major bounce back this year, and it could see Pittsburgh try to take advantage of his increased value around the league.
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Reynolds has been involved in trade rumors over the years, but the Pirates have held off moving him. But after his strong 2026 season, there should be a lot of interest around the league for his services.
For the year, Reynolds hit .261 with 17 home runs and 72 RBIs, while posting an OPS of .789, playing in all 162 games. Reynolds is also now into the second half of his contract, and interested teams may be more willing to take on his deal.
The veteran is scheduled to make $15.25 million each season over the next four years, before having a club option in 2031 for $20 million. This seems like good value for a player of his caliber, and the Pirates should have plenty of interest if they were to trade him.
Overall, Pittsburgh should try to see what it can get for Reynolds on the trade market, especially if a team wants to overpay. While the veteran could help the club next season, maximizing his value now also makes a lot of sense.
